What a wonderful evening at Izumi's house with Sartomi-san as the guest presenter. She is a kimono expert and guided us through an evening of kimono history and tradition. Her kimono were beautiful which included the bridal kimono that was all embroidered on red silk. The garment is typically worn over another kimono during the ceremony. All other members of the close family wear black kimono. White is considered a "death" color although many Japanese girls today are having Western style weddings with a white gown.
We had a chance to try on any of the kimono that Satomi-san brought to show.
We also had some delicious refreshments of bamboo tea, sushi, fruit salad, Japanese rice and red bean sweet - Truly a treat!
A most enjoyable evening!
